2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Volvo C30

To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 283 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.

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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30
Make Buick Volvo
Model LaCrosse C30
Year Released 2012 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1457 kg
Vehicle Length 5001 mm 4266 mm
Vehicle Width 1857 mm 2039 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1447 mm
Wheelbase Size 2837 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km


 

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