2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (350 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lucerne | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |