2005 Acura CL vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 3 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. Both 2005 Acura CL and 2002 Acura CL are equipped with a 3,210 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | CL | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |