2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Sedona | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
