2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |