2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 Volvo S60 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 132 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volvo S60 | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Volvo | Acura |
Model | S60 | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |