2005 Acura EL vs. 2006 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2006 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | EL | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
