2005 Acura EL vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | EL | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
