2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 326 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.

Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota 4Runner 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Toyota Buick
Model 4Runner LaCrosse
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4671 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 233 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2066 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 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 87 L 59 L


 

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