2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 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 158 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit.
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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Lucerne | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |