2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 254 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.
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 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Uplander | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
