2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Colorado | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
