2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 643 kg more than 2012 Renault Clio. 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LaCrosse | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
