2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2006 Buick Lucerne and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Lucerne Lancer
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 0 HP
Torque 308 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm


 

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