2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 252 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercury Mariner 2002 Acura CL
Make Mercury Acura
Model Mariner CL
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2298 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.4 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1832 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 65 L


 

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