2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
