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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 388 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
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 (408 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm). 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 | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3940 mm |
