2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LaCrosse | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
