2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 591 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Silverado | RL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 73 L |
