2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Audi R8

To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 10 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 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 2012 Audi R8
Make Acura Audi
Model CL R8
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3210 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 525 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 90 L


 

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