2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LaCrosse | Focus |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |