2011 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Holden Calais
To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2012 Holden Calais is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Holden Calais. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Holden Calais (350 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Lucerne | Calais |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
