2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
