2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.

Because 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick LaCrosse 2012 BMW X3
Make Buick BMW
Model LaCrosse X3
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 256 HP
Torque 312 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 67 L


 

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