2002 Acura EL vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 770 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 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | EL | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
