2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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 Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | RL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |