2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 581 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
