2004 Acura TL vs. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2004 Acura TL and 2004 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 519 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Aveo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |