2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LaCrosse | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |