2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 323 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Espace |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2710 mm |
