2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 528 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 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Sequoia | 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 | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 233 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 59 L |