2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Lexus ES. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Lexus ES | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | LaCrosse | ES |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 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 | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |