2002 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina 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 104 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 634 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Barina | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2936 mm |
