2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 339 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
