2011 Peugeot 508 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Peugeot 508. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Peugeot 508 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2011 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 508 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 508 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 2837 mm |
