2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Aerio 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 87 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 417 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Lucerne | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
