2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Acura CL (315 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Tacoma | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
