2004 Acura TL vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 161 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |