2003 Acura CL vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 999 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 489 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |