2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2011 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | E-350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3505 mm |