2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Acura |
| Model | FX | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
