2001 Toyota Pod vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 636 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Pod | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Pod | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
