2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 86 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Lucerne | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |