2002 Lexus IS vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, both 2002 Lexus IS 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. 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 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Lexus IS 2002 Acura CL
Make Lexus Acura
Model IS CL
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 65 L


 

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