2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (280 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Ram | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
