2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2006 Buick Lucerne and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Lucerne | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |