2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lucerne | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
