2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 307 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Tundra | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
