2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 2004 Buick LaCrosse and 2004 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 Holden Statesman 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 2004 Holden Statesman. 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LaCrosse | Statesman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |