2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LaCrosse | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |