2011 Acura TL vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 108 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TL | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | CL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
