2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo C70 would be higher. Both 2012 Buick LaCrosse and 2011 Volvo C70 are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine.
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 Volvo C70 (350 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LaCrosse | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
