2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 387 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LaCrosse | Malibu |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |