2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 508 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
