2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56. 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Infiniti | Acura |
Model | QX56 | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |