2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 133 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | LaCrosse | Sebring |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
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 | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |