2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 188 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LaCrosse | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
