2001 Acura TL vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | Verano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
