2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 300 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.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LaCrosse | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
