2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 255 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | CL | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |