2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz V | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | V | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2936 mm |