2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 231 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Be Bop | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Renault | Acura |
Model | Be Bop | EL |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |