2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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 133 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
