2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 121 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | LaCrosse | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |