2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
