2001 Acura CL vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |