2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger 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. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger 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 2005 Dodge Charger. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Charger | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
