2003 Acura TL vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 767 kg more than 2003 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | TL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |
