2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 549 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Pathfinder | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2129 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
