2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 99 L |