2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 159 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
