2003 Acura EL vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 575 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2003 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | EL | Venza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
