2006 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Bluebird 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 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
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 @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Bluebird | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 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 | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
