2005 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 516 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2000 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
