2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LaCrosse | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
