2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V 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) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
