2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |