2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.

Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Sorento 2002 Acura CL
Make Kia Acura
Model Sorento CL
Year Released 2010 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
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 Weight 1285 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 65 L


 

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