2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | AZ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2260 mm |
