2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LaCrosse | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
