2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX is newer by 2 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, 2007 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKX 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, 2007 Lincoln MKX 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, 2007 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LaCrosse | MKX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
