2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Ford F-150 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 2008 Ford F-150. 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3520 mm |