2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Lucerne | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 92 L |
