2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 242 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LaCrosse | Venga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
