2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (312 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LaCrosse | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |