2002 Acura CL vs. 2008 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 278 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2008 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | CL | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |