2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Lucerne | Outback |
Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |