2001 Acura EL vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1306 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2001 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Acura EL | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | EL | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3700 mm |