2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick LaCrosse 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make Buick Ford
Model LaCrosse Mondeo
Year Released 2006 2012
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


 

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