2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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 (233 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Sentra | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |