2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Corvette and 2002 Acura CL were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 166 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |