2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic 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 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Lucerne | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
