2005 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 452 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. 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 (321 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | RSX | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |