2006 Acura TL vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 647 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
