2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
Model | Passat | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |