2001 Acura EL vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | EL | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
