2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 911 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |