2002 Acura CL vs. 2002 Skoda Superb

To start off, both 2002 Acura CL and 2002 Skoda Superb 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 (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2002 Skoda Superb
Make Acura Skoda
Model CL Superb
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2771 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
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 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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