2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 429 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Terracan | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
