2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
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 (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2005 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LaCrosse | Jazz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |