2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 357 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
