1999 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 769 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Rio | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2936 mm |
