2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour 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) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 925 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Smart | Buick |
| Model | ForFour | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1099 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
