2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sorento | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
