2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. 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 (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
