2012 Ford C-Max vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, both 2012 Ford C-Max and 2012 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max 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 Ford C-Max 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Ford Buick
Model C-Max LaCrosse
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1828 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1684 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2788 mm 2837 mm