2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 141 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LaCrosse | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |