2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Swift 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Lucerne 2004 Suzuki Swift
Make Buick Suzuki
Model Lucerne Swift
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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