2004 Acura EL vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 250 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | EL | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
