2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra 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 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
