2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 368 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 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
