2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | F-150 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4000 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 59 L |
