2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LaCrosse | Venga |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |