2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 122 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Lucerne | XJR |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 89 L |