2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Kalos 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 194 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.

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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Lucerne 2002 Daewoo Kalos
Make Buick Daewoo
Model Lucerne Kalos
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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