2002 Acura CL vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 GMC Canyon 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 (294 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | CL | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
