2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 367 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 Buick Lucerne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Lucerne | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
