2003 Acura TL 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 TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 788 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
