2011 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2011 Buick LaCrosse and 2011 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 684 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 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 (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LaCrosse | Getz |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
