2012 Ford Ecosport vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2012 Ford Ecosport 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) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ecosport.
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 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (170 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ecosport. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Ecosport has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Ecosport 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 Ecosport | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Ecosport | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
