2004 Acura TL vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
