2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
