2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Centieme | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
