2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 801 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2006 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina 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 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
