2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LaCrosse | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |