2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Corvette | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 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 | 543 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 | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
