2003 Acura CL vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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, 2003 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | CL | i20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2525 mm |
