2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (238 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LaCrosse | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
