2002 Acura TL vs. 2002 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2002 Acura TL and 2002 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 656 kg more than 2002 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2002 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | TL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |
