2003 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
