2002 Acura EL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 393 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | EL | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
