2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | TE-50 | EL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2619 mm |
