2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | E-150 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |