2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Trixx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Trixx 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 206 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Trixx. (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Trixx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Trixx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
