2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | Veracruz | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |