2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 14 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LaCrosse | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 499 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
