2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Endeavor | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 1800 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
