2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 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, 2001 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
