2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2007 Acura TL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |