2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LaCrosse | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
