2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2004 Buick LaCrosse and 2004 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40. 2004 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LaCrosse | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
