2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LaCrosse | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |