2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 393 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LaCrosse | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |