2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LaCrosse | B3000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 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 | 74 L |