2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Berlina | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2936 mm |
