2002 Acura EL vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo
To start off, both 2002 Acura EL and 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura EL weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo 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. 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2002 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2002 Mitsubishi Dingo | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | EL | Dingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
