2003 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
