2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2012 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LaCrosse | 508 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2817 mm |
