2008 Acura TL vs. 2002 Buick Regal
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 6 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, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 286 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2002 Buick Regal | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Regal |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1274 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |