2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 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 38 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lucerne | 156 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
