2011 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, both 2011 Buick LaCrosse and 2011 Chevrolet Traverse were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 347 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LaCrosse | Traverse |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 2173 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |