2005 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2005 Infiniti QX4 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti QX4 | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Infiniti | Acura |
Model | QX4 | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |