2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LaCrosse | i20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |