2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL 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 90 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Acura TL 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 TL 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | TL |
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 | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 370 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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |