2002 Acura CL vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1134 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 Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |