2004 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2004 BMW 120 and 2004 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2004 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 120 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |