2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
