2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 166 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
