2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LaCrosse | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |