2012 Buick Verano vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 525 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Verano | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Verano | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1497 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
