2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 259 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | 4Runner | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
