2010 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 668 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | EL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2619 mm |
