2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |