2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 545 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Lucerne | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |