2001 Acura TL vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 1 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, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 755 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Express |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3440 mm |