2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 782 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 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model LaCrosse Silverado
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 488 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1618 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 98 L