2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 401 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Saab | Buick |
| Model | 05-Sep | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
