2002 Acura CL vs. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 6 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | CL | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
