2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 154 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 548 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Lucerne | Civic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |