2002 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal.
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 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2011 Acura TSX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Regal | TSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |