2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Civic | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |