2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3556 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
