2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | 4Runner | CL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1885 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
