2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Jaguar | Buick |
Model | XJ | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |