2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 254 kg more than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2007 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model LaCrosse Colorado
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 72 L


 

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