1999 Acura TL vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura TL | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
