2006 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura EL weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
