2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 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 34 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 2007 BMW 318. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LaCrosse | 318 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
