2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | LaCrosse | Kyron |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |