2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |