2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. 2006 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | LaCrosse | Defender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
