2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 411 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 223 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |