2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 223 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Verano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
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 | 1274 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |