2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LaCrosse | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |