2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 112 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota RAV4 2002 Acura CL
Make Toyota Acura
Model RAV4 CL
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1264 kg 1580 kg
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 65 L


 

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