2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 236 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Malibu | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |