2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, both 2012 Buick LaCrosse and 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Because 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LaCrosse | Genesis Coupe |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1537 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |