2004 Xedos 9 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Xedos | Acura |
| Model | 9 | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
