2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | CL | Journey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
