2002 Acura TL vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, both 2002 Acura TL and 2002 Honda City were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 672 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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 TL (315 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura TL | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | TL | City |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 121 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |