2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LaCrosse | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
