2002 Acura CL vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CL | R8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |