2005 Acura RL vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RL | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |