1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram 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 37 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Legram has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Legram 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:
| 1996 Fiat Legram | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Legram | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1504 mm |
