2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Kia Optima

To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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 94 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 3 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2012 Kia Optima
Make Acura Kia
Model CL Optima
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
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 166 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1583 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4844 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1831 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2797 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L