2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LaCrosse | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
