2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
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 (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LaCrosse | Atos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
