2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 528 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LaCrosse | Bora |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
