2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 895 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Echo | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2837 mm |
