2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Silverado | TL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
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 | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |