2012 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 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 Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Regal | 2004 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Regal | TSX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
