2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Vanquish | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
