2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 397 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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 2007 Dodge Charger. 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 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LaCrosse | Charger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |