2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 581 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Express | RDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2685 mm |
