2002 Acura CL vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL 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 174 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | CL | Terios |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 123 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 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |