2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 436 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 2011 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
