2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LaCrosse | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
