2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | LaCrosse | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
