2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 102 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 727 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Passat | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
