2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2007 Buick LaCrosse and 2007 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 512 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
