2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2004 Buick LaCrosse and 2004 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 139 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 217 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa. 2004 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LaCrosse | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |