2002 Acura TL 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 TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Acura TL.
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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura TL | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
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 | 1614 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2837 mm |