2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 76 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | S | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3220 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 1770 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
