2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Xterra | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
