2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LaCrosse | i30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
