2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Altis 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 118 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lucerne | Altis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
