2002 Acura CL vs. 2004 Ferrari Enzo

To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo 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. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.

Because 2004 Ferrari Enzo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2004 Ferrari Enzo
Make Acura Ferrari
Model CL Enzo
Year Released 2002 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3210 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 653 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 657 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 75.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 110 L


 

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