2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |