2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Charger | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |