2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
