2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
