2003 Buick Regal 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 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Regal 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 30 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Buick Regal. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |