2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3270 mm |
