2010 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
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 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford E-350 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | E-350 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |