2003 Acura EL vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 10 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 501 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 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Acura | Infiniti |
Model | EL | G |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |