2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 92 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 578 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
Model | Touran | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |