2002 Acura CL vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | CL | Accent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
