2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 107 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
