2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Croma 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Lucerne | Croma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | 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 | 1694 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
