2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 262 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | LaCrosse | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
