2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Acura RL
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 904 kg more than 2002 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 (489 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Express | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
