2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 Peugeot Boxer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot Boxer would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.
Because 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 2007 Peugeot Boxer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Boxer has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 Peugeot Boxer | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | Boxer | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
