2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | F-150 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 3050 mm |