2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 261 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | LaCrosse | TSX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
