2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 506 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Tacoma | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
