2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross 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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Lucerne | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
