2000 Acura RL vs. 1996 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1996 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | APV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
