1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 533 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Express | TL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2776 mm |