2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LaCrosse | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
