2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Chairman W would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LaCrosse | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2970 mm |
