2005 Acura CL vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 121 kg more 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 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | CL | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
