2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Sonata | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
