2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1467 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | F-150 | EL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2546 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2619 mm |
