2003 Acura EL vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 536 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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 2006 Ford F-350. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | EL | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
