2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 160 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 534 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | CL | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
