2005 Acura RL vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
