2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | LaCrosse | IS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
