2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Buick Regal | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | LaCrosse | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |