2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger 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 99 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger 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:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Ranger | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2936 mm |
