2002 Acura CL vs. 2004 Acura TL
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 2 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. Both 2002 Acura CL and 2004 Acura TL are equipped with a 3,210 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2004 Acura TL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | CL | TL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |