2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Buick LaCrosse 2010 SsangYong Stavic
Make Buick SsangYong
Model LaCrosse Stavic
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 342 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L