2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | LaCrosse | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
