2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Silverado | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |