2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Sentra 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Nissan Buick
Model Sentra LaCrosse
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2837 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 6.9 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 59 L


 

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