2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 628 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Lucerne | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 296 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |