2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 431 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LaCrosse | Borrego |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |