2003 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram 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 12 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram 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:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Ram | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
