2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5325 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |