2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LaCrosse | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
