2002 Acura CL vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 754 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 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 | 1580 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3440 mm |
