2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 2005 Renault Clio 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 2005 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LaCrosse | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |