2002 Acura CL vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 4 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | CL | Montero |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |