2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. 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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
