2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
