2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 8 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 91 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LaCrosse | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |