2006 Ford Escape 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 Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Escape 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Ford Buick
Model Escape LaCrosse
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2837 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 59 L


 

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