2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 706 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Silverado | TL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 300 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |