2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Sequoia | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
