2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne 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 192 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| 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 Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
