2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Durango | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Durango | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |