2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Acura TL | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |