1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK 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 1996 Jaguar XK. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Jaguar | Buick |
Model | XK | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |