2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Tundra | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2619 mm |
