2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 728 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Corolla | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
