2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Renault | Buick |
Model | Laguna | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |