2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 102 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux
Make Acura Toyota
Model CL Hilux
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L


 

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