2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | LaCrosse | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
