2008 Renault Trafic vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic.
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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Trafic | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Trafic | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2240 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
