2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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. Both 2012 Buick LaCrosse and 2013 Jeep Patriot are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LaCrosse | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
