2011 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 32 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda CR-V | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | CR-V | CL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |