2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2011 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LaCrosse | 528 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
