2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Pathfinder | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |