2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 121 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LaCrosse | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
