2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 579 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
