2002 Acura EL vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 9 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 200 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | EL | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2615 mm |
