1998 Acura EL vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura EL | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | EL | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2712 mm |