2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LaCrosse | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3350 mm |