2002 Acura CL vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 3 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 209 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda Z 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2005 Honda Z | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |