2009 Acura RL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
