2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 63 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LaCrosse | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
