2009 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura EL weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Escape | EL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
