2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (213 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LaCrosse | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 213 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
