2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 40 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
