2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 163 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Renault | Acura |
Model | Kangoo | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |