2003 Honda Z 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 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z 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 176 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 734 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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 Honda Z 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Z 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 Honda Z | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Z | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
