2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Lucerne 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Antara 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 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
