2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LaCrosse | Impreza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |