2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 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 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LaCrosse | 120 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
