2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Buick Lucerne and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 928 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Lucerne | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |