2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace 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 (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace 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 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
