2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LaCrosse | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
