2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
