2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | CL | TT |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |