2001 Acura CL vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | CL | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2615 mm |
