2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 311 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Terracan | EL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1704 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
