2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 757 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
