2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | Imaj | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2936 mm |