2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 714 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Punto | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
