2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Quest | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 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 | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |