1998 Acura EL vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura EL | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | EL | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2660 mm |
