2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 688 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 2007 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Sierra | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
