2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 821 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
