2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Buick Lucerne and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 637 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Lucerne | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |