2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 641 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LaCrosse | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
