2010 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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 2010 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Infiniti FX | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Infiniti | Buick |
Model | FX | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |