2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. (8 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre.
Because 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre 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 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lucerne | 1 Litre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 8 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
