2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LaCrosse | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |