2011 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 530 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 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Chrysler | Acura |
Model | Town & Country | CL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |