2002 Acura CL vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Citi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
