2011 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Forte would be higher. Both 2011 Buick LaCrosse and 2010 Kia Forte are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 529 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LaCrosse | Forte |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
