1999 Acura EL vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 469 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura EL | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | EL | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2470 mm |
