2011 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 128 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corolla | CL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
