2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 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 124 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | LaCrosse | 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
