2007 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 107 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 463 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Kia | Buick |
Model | Cee'd | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |