1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 896 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Durango | EL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
