2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Pilot 2002 Acura CL
Make Honda Acura
Model Pilot CL
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 65 L


 

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