2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LaCrosse | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |