2002 Acura CL vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | CL | Xterra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |