2001 Acura EL vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | EL | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3970 mm |
