2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 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 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
