2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (312 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |