2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Murano | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 231 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
