2002 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Lexus GS.
Because 2002 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus GS | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | GS | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
