2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Laser 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 92 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 502 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
