2001 Lancia Nea vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Nea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Nea would be higher. At 2,445 cc, 2001 Lancia Nea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Nea. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Nea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Lancia Nea. 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, 2001 Lancia Nea (314 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2001 Lancia Nea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Nea | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Lancia | Buick |
| Model | Nea | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2837 mm |
