2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Proton Savvy
To start off, 2012 Proton Savvy is newer by 2 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 153 more horse power than 2012 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 781 kg more than 2012 Proton Savvy. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Lucerne | Savvy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
