2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 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 (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
