2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 413 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | LaCrosse | Liberty |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |