2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 732 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Lucerne | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
