2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 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 116 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2012 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LaCrosse | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
