2002 Volkswagen Magellan vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 Volkswagen Magellan 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 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 231 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
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 CL (315 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Magellan | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
Model | Magellan | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |