2000 Acura RL vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 271 kg more than 2000 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Buick Lucerne 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 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | RL | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |