2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.

Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Acura Mercedes-Benz
Model CL ML
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2141 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 93 L


 

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