2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (280 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 590 kg more than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Express | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
