2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 999 kg more than 1996 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Express | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
