2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | E-150 | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2619 mm |
