2002 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 336 kg more than 2002 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Laurel 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 2002 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Laurel | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2936 mm |