2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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 (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |