2005 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Savana | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Savana | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1740 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 Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |