2002 Acura EL vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Acura EL | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EL | R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3216 mm |