2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LaCrosse | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |