2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 F-450 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | F-450 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 142 L |