2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 445 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LaCrosse | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |