2002 Acura CL vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (291 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (317 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | CL | RX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
