2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche Cayenne 2002 Acura CL
Make Porsche Acura
Model Cayenne CL
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2160 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L


 

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