2012 Buick Verano vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2012 Buick Verano and 2012 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 346 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Buick Verano has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Buick Verano | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Verano | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1151 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |