2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 618 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Elantra | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
