2004 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2004 AC Aceca 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 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2004 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2004 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 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 Weight | 1510 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |