2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 2010 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Nitro | CL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |