2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
