2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 648 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Corvette | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |