2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (207 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 107 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LaCrosse | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |