2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 2005 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LaCrosse | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
