2002 Acura CL vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Marcia 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 117 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Marcia.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 1999 Hyundai Marcia
Make Acura Hyundai
Model CL Marcia
Year Released 2002 1999
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2710 mm


 

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