2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Lucerne | Perdana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |