2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon 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 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
