2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LaCrosse | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |