2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 567 kg more than 2012 Acura RL.
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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Tahoe | RL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |