2005 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
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 (233 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TSX | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 233 Nm |
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 | 1505 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |