2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 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 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 98 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LaCrosse | X1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |