2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 149 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |