2003 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |