2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Frontier | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |