2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Acura RL
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Acura RL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Acura RL. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 522 kg more than 2004 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Silverado | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 488 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
