2010 Lexus HS 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 Lexus HS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus HS would be higher. Both 2010 Lexus HS and 2012 Buick LaCrosse are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus HS (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus HS should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Lexus HS.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus HS | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | HS | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4694 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
