2009 Acura RL vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
