2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo S80 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Volvo | Buick |
Model | S80 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |