2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 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 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. 2004 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford GT 500 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford GT 500 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 | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
