2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Pride Wagon | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2837 mm |
