2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Vivant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
