2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2009 Buick LaCrosse and 2009 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | LaCrosse | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |