2004 Acura EL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1203 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
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2004 Acura EL | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | EL | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |