2009 Acura RL vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |
