2010 Acura RL vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 573 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RL | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | RL | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4971 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 48 L |
