2004 Acura EL vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 336 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | EL | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
