2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Buick Lucerne and 2006 Subaru Outback 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Lucerne | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |