2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 441 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LaCrosse | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
