2011 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Holden Astra
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 663 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Lucerne | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2610 mm |
