2002 Acura CL vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 180 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | CL | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
