2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 364 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.

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 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI
Make Buick Volkswagen
Model LaCrosse GTI
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 197 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 5001 mm 4213 mm
Vehicle Width 1857 mm 1779 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1469 mm
Wheelbase Size 2837 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 55 L


 

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