2010 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 920 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Smart ForTwo 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Smart Buick
Model ForTwo LaCrosse
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1000 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 92 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 2695 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1542 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 1867 mm 2837 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.7 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 33 L 59 L


 

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