2008 Acura TL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |