2007 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Liana 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 122 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Liana | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Suzuki | Buick |
| Model | Liana | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
