2007 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C70 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Volvo C70. 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo C70 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Volvo | Buick |
| Model | C70 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1661 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
