2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera 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 90 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera 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, 2002 Opel Frontera 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 (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Lucerne | Frontera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2470 mm |