2001 Acura RL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1294 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 136 L |
