2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LaCrosse | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
