2002 Acura CL vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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 175 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 690 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2000 Daihatsu YRV
Make Acura Daihatsu
Model CL YRV
Year Released 2002 2000
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 36 L


 

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