2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Infiniti | Acura |
Model | QX56 | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |