2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LaCrosse | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
