2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Jeep | Acura |
Model | Wrangler | CL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 1860 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1798 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |