2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2006 Buick Lucerne and 2006 Volkswagen Eos 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Eos. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Eos.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Lucerne | Eos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |