2002 Acura CL vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 17 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.

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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2013 Volkswagen Passat
Make Acura Volkswagen
Model CL Passat
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1563 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4868 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1487 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2803 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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