2002 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz G | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | G | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
