2000 Acura RL vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RL | i20 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2525 mm |