2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (260 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Acura CL (315 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | LaCrosse | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
