2002 Acura TL vs. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 566 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 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 440 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 | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
