2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Antara 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 89 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Antara 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 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Antara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
