2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LaCrosse | X670 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
