2005 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto 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 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 761 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Punto | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
