2009 Acura TL vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Acura TL 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |