2009 Acura RL vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |