2002 Acura CL vs. 2002 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, both 2002 Acura CL and 2002 Honda Step Wagon were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. 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 (294 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2002 Honda Step Wagon
Make Acura Honda
Model CL Step Wagon
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 119 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 840 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 42 L


 

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