2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 (400 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
