2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 800 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Silverado | TL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2775 mm |
