2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 726 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |