2002 Acura EL vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | EL | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
