2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari 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 140 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari.
Because 2001 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Lucerne | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |