2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (280 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | LaCrosse | 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |