2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
