2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Concorde 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 25 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Chrysler Concorde | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Lucerne | Concorde |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |