2007 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2007 BMW 116 and 2007 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2007 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2007 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 116 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
