2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo

To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Ferrari Enzo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.

Because 2005 Ferrari Enzo 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 Enzo. 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 Enzo (657 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo 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 Enzo
Make Buick Ferrari
Model LaCrosse Enzo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3556 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 241 HP 652 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 657 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1618 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 95 L


 

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