2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick Lucerne 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 153 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 526 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo 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 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
