2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LaCrosse | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
