2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Ridgeline | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 853 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2619 mm |
