2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2004 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Avanza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |