2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | LaCrosse | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
