2002 Acura EL vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 383 kg more than 2002 Acura EL.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | EL | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |