2000 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 159 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Samurai | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Suzuki | Buick |
| Model | Samurai | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2936 mm |
