2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Volvo V70

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.

Because 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Buick LaCrosse 2005 Volvo V70
Make Buick Volvo
Model LaCrosse V70
Year Released 2012 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 5001 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1857 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2837 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 80 L


 

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