2000 Renault P55 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 P55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault P55 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Renault P55. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault P55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault P55 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
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 Renault P55 (260 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2000 Renault P55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault P55 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | P55 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
