2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 980 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | E-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |