2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 149 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 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. 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 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | LaCrosse | 575M Maranello |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 588 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 105 L |