2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
