2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick LaCrosse 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Buick Subaru
Model LaCrosse Legacy
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 240 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1430 kg
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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