2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 758 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (305 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LaCrosse | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |