2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
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 Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sephia II 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Lucerne | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
