2010 Ford Kuga vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 461 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Kuga | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Kuga | EL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |
