2003 Acura EL vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | EL | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 370 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |