2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 55 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 (305 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LaCrosse | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |