2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 31 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback 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 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LaCrosse | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
