2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |