2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx 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 195 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx.
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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2620 mm |
