2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LaCrosse | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
