2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3556 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
