2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2012 Lexus GS 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 2012 Lexus GS. 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | LaCrosse | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |