2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy 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 176 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Justy. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 644 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Justy 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, 2005 Subaru Justy 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Justy. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Justy. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Justy 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.
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2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LaCrosse | Justy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |