2001 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX 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 173 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | RunX | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1120 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
