2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | CL | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |