2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 227 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
