2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | LaCrosse | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |