2005 Acura EL vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | EL | Terracan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |