2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Flex |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
