2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LaCrosse | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |