2002 Acura CL vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 11 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 140 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 333 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | CL | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
