2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
