2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 860 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LaCrosse | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
