Acura TL vs Buick Roadmaster
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1996 Buick Roadmaster
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Buick RoadmasterBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 1996 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Buick RoadmasterBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,030 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Buick RoadmasterBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 23 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Buick RoadmasterBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp (best) | 260 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 5.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Buick RoadmasterBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 21 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,726 lbs (best) | 4,211 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 115.9 in (best) |
| Length | 194 in | 215.8 in (best) |
| Width | 74 in | 78.1 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 55.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLBase | Buick RoadmasterBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | 2 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TL | Buick Roadmaster |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $36,030 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Special Edition $37,530 MSRP | Estate $0 MSRP |
| 3 | SH-AWD $39,580 MSRP | Limited $0 MSRP |
| 4 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 5 | SH-AWD $43,310 MSRP | — |
| 6 | SH-AWD $45,510 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,760 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Advance Package $41,960 MSRP | — |