2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 184 kg more than 2013 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
