2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Buick | MCC |
| Model | Lucerne | Smart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1820 mm |
