2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Lucerne | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |