2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2007 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | E-350 | EL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2619 mm |