2003 Acura EL vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 748 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 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL. 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | EL | X670 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2815 mm |
