2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 596 kg more than 2005 Toyota Prius. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
