2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | E-350 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |