2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2010 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |