2003 Acura EL vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 116 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
Because 2004 Ford Econovan 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 2004 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | EL | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
