2002 Acura EL vs. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura EL weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Acura EL (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | EL | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
