2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C30 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
