2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LaCrosse | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |