2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 449 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.
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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
