2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
