2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |