2002 Acura CL vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | CL | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
