2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 920 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 2005 Morgan Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Morgan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
