2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LaCrosse | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1802 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |