2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LaCrosse | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |