2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LaCrosse | NSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |