2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 223 kg more than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Charger | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 368 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |