2002 Acura EL vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | EL | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |