2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP) has 293 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 362 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 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LaCrosse | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |