2001 Acura EL vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura EL | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | EL | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |