2004 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Camry | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Camry | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2837 mm |