2003 Acura CL vs. 2002 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Acura CL 2002 GMC Envoy
Make Acura GMC
Model CL Envoy
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 223 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 448 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 2270 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2880 mm


 

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