2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2002 Acura CL
Make Mazda Acura
Model MX-5 Miata CL
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1835 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 315 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1147 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 65 L


 

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