2012 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, both 2012 Honda Legend and 2012 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Legend (300 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Legend 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.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Honda Legend 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Honda Buick
Model Legend LaCrosse
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 182 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4973 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1847 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1453 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2799 mm 2837 mm


 

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