2002 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 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 114 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 318 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:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
