2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 43 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Lucerne | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
