2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Vanquish | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
