2002 Acura CL vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 157 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | CL | Aurora |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |