2002 Acura CL vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 604 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 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |