2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 482 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lucerne | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
