2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 592 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Colorado | EL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2619 mm |
