2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 992 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LaCrosse | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 285 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |