2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Express | TL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |