2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2012 Buick LaCrosse and 2012 Renault Fluence were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Renault Fluence. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 515 kg more than 2012 Renault Fluence. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LaCrosse | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2702 mm |
