2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 503 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. 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 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | CX-7 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
