2005 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 114 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Freestar | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
