2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2006 Buick Lucerne and 2006 Chevrolet Kalos were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 204 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Kalos has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos 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.
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2006 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Kalos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |