2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 946 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Lucerne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Lucerne | Thalia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 308 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |