2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Murano 2002 Acura CL
Make Nissan Acura
Model Murano CL
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 65 L


 

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