2003 Acura EL vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 692 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 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | EL | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |