2002 Acura EL vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1292 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 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | EL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3580 mm |
