2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
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 Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Swift 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 561 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LaCrosse | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
