2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Airflite |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
