2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LaCrosse | XJ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |