2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
