2003 Chevrolet SS 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 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Because 2003 Chevrolet SS 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 2003 Chevrolet SS. 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | SS | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
