2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | RL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 400 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |