2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 796 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Ignis | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Suzuki | Buick |
| Model | Ignis | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
