2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Express | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2619 mm |
